16-455 IDeATe: Human-Machine Virtuosity
12 units, Carnegie Mellon University
[IDeATe course Human dexterous skill embodies a wealth of physical understanding which complements computerbased design and machine fabrication. This projectoriented course explores the duality between hand and machine through the practical development of innovative design and fabrication systems. These systems fluidly combine the expressivity and intuition of physical tools with the scalability and precision of the digital realm. Students will develop novel hybrid design and production workflows combining analog and digital processes to support the design and fabrication of their chosen projects. Specific skills covered include 3D modeling CAD, 3D scanning, algorithmic geometric modeling, digital and robotic fabrication additive and subtractive manufacturing, motion capture and computer based sensing, and humanrobot interaction design. Areas of interest include architecture, art, and product design.
Prerequisites: none listed
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